Laboratory Technician I
- Materials Characterization / Polymer Testing R&D Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417 | On-Site | 12-Month Contract | $26/hour Our client, a Fortune 250 global medical technology company , is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support its Materials & Characterization R&D laboratory in Franklin Lakes, NJ .
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career science or engineering professional with experience in polymer/materials characterization, laboratory testing, and analytical instrumentation . The position supports hands-on R&D testing, experiments, technical reporting, and laboratory operations.
Position Details Location:
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Work Arrangement:
On-site Duration:
12-month contract with possible extension
Pay Rate:
$26/hour, depending on experience
Relocation Assistance:
No No Visa Sponsorship / No H1Bs / No C2Cs Key Responsibilities Materials Characterization & Laboratory Testing Perform bench-level engineering tests and/or research experiments under the direction of the Lab Manager. Conduct experiments evaluating the feasibility of concepts or technologies used in new product development or product revisions. Perform polymer and materials characterization/testing using applicable laboratory instruments and equipment. Document testing activities, experimental results, observations, and findings. Prepare technical reports related to laboratory testing and experiments. Laboratory Operations Support Materials R&D laboratory workflows, including test requests and assignment completion. Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment. Maintain an organized laboratory environment. Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and established laboratory safety procedures. Quality, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable quality policies, procedures, and practices. Follow local, state, federal, and company safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Support quality assurance principles through appropriate communication, training, and education. Follow applicable product development, regulatory, and quality requirements. Process Effectiveness & Continuous Learning Follow established processes to support timely stakeholder engagement and completion of assignments. Participate in training opportunities to develop technical skills. Review, learn, and disseminate relevant technical lessons. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Technical or Science field . 0-5 years of relevant experience in a technical discipline, or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Experience with polymer characterization/testing instruments and equipment . Training in laboratory safety and procedures . Good written and verbal communication skills. Desired Qualifications Experience operating one or more of the following is desired: Instron mechanical tester TGA
- Thermogravimetric Analysis DSC
- Differential Scanning Calorimetry FTIR
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy Rheometers Profilometers Additional desired qualifications include: Good technical skills and judgment.
Basic understanding of disciplined product development processes, regulatory requirements, and quality requirements. Experience with basic statistical analysis and Minitab . Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint . Nice to Have Solid understanding of statistical analysis techniques and data modeling principles . Candidates with academic, internship, research, or professional laboratory backgrounds involving polymers, materials science, materials characterization, mechanical testing, or analytical instrumentation may find this opportunity especially relevant.
Recruiter Contact Info Sajag Bhardwaj Email:
sajag.bhardwaj@ameritconsulting.com www.ameritconsulting.com I'd love to talk to you if you think this position is right up your alley, and assure prompt communication, whichever direction. If you're looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we'd like to work with you.
Company Overview:
Amerit Consulting is a nationwide staffing and consulting firm supporting Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, technology, engineering, and professional services. With over 2,000 employees across 47 states, Amerit specializes in contract, temporary, and direct hire staffing solutions. Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state and federal laws.
Pay:
$26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location:
In person